Inter Miami: roster, coach, stadium, owners, jersey, captain, Messi

Inter Miami: roster, coach, stadium, owners, jersey, captain, Messi

Lenah Ann
updated at June 18, 2023 at 2:06 PM
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Inter Miami FC is an American-based professional club that competes in the Major League Soccer, MLS. It is located in the Miami metropolitan area in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Although it is still young, the club shows significant potential, which can rewrite its history in the coming years. Despite being up and coming, the Inter Miami roster has some of the best players from around the globe.

Inter Miami’s stadium
The starting line up of the Herons during a Major League Soccer match on 7 June 2023. Photo: @InterMiamiCF
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Over the past few days, the club has shown advances and improvements toward a better tomorrow. With their latest world-class signing, the club has become popular with millions of followers. Find more details about Inter Miami's roster, coach, stadium, owners, jersey, captain, and their latest signing, Lionel Messi.

Inter Miami's profile summary

Full name

Club Internacional de Fútbol Miami

Nickname(s)

The Herons

Founded

29 January 2018

Years active

Five

Stadium name

DRV PNK

Club's location

Fort Lauderdale, Miami, Florida, the United States of America

Stadium capacity

18,000 as of June 2023

Head coach

Javier Morales

Conference

Eastern

Owners

David Beckham, Jorge, and Jose Mas

President

David Beckham

Social media presence

Instagram, Facebook, Twitter

Inter Miami's roster

The Herons, just like any other team, has a roster of over 40 professional players on their payroll, including their recently acquired asset, Lionel Messi, arguably the world's greatest player. As of June 2023, the following players are on the club's squad.

Goalkeepers

  • Drake Callender
  • Nick Marsman
  • Cole Jensen
  • Carlos Dos Santos

Defenders

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The starting line up of the Herons before the start of the Eastern Conference round one match in the Audi 2022 MLS Cup playoffs against New York City FC at Citi Field on 17 October 2022 in New York City. Photo: Ira L Black
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  • DeAndre Yedlin
  • Christopher McVey
  • Ryan Sailor
  • Harvey Neville
  • Ian Fray
  • Serhiy Kryvtsov
  • Kamal Miller
  • Noah Allen
  • Franco Negri

Midfielders

  • Israel Boatwright
  • Dixon Arroyo
  • Jean Mota
  • Victor Ulloa
  • Robert Taylor
  • Rodolfo Pizarro
  • Gregore
  • Benjamin Cremaschi
  • David Ruiz
  • Edison Azcona

Forwards

  • Felipe Valencia
  • Lawson Sunderland
  • Leonardo Campana
  • Corentin Jean
  • Josef Martínez
  • Robbie Robinson
  • Nicolás Stefanelli
  • Shanyder Borgelin
  • Lionel Messi

Inter Miami's coach

Since its inception in 2018, the renowned club has had three coaches: Diego Alonso, Phil Neville, and Javier Morales from Argentina. The latter took charge on 1 June 2023 as the team's current interim coach.

Inter Miami's jersey

The Herons have unveiled an all-pink home jersey for the 2023/24 season to honor the fans' heartbeat-style graphics on the cuff signing off.

The jerseys are from Adidas, and even though they have a polo collar for a classy and sleek look, they are designed to optimize the performance of a given player on the field. The kits also come with auto-ready technology for breathability and moisture absorption.

Inter Miami's stadium

The Vice City's stadium is known as the DRV PNK. It is based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, the United States of America, on the site where the former Lockhart Stadium was.

Inter Miami’s stadium
A general view of the DRV PNK Stadium on 11 August 2020 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Photo: @InterMiamiCF
Source: Facebook

Although the stadium is still under construction, it is estimated to have a capacity of 25,000, an improvement from the current 18,000.

Messi in Inter Miami

Lionel Messi, one of the greatest players ever, has recently transferred to Inter Miami FC, a club based in Florida, the United States of America.

According to various online sources, the legend has agreed on a transfer fee estimated to be worth between $125 million and $150 million on a two-and-a-half-year contract.

Inter Miami's owners

David Beckham and the Mas brothers, Jorge and Jose, own the renowned club. They bought out the club from its former owners Claure and Son's on 17 September 2021 and, in doing so, became the sole franchise owners.

Where does Inter Miami play?

In 2020, the renowned soccer team started to play its home matches at the DRV PNK Stadium in the Eastern Conference of the Major League Soccer.

Inter Miami's captain

Gregore, a midfielder from Brazil, has been the club's captain since his appointment in 2021. The 26-year-old, who is 5 feet and 11 inches tall, has been a critical ingredient to the performance and success of the team since he became one of its members.

Inter Miami’s coach
The Herons line up before the game against the Los Angeles FC at Banc of California Stadium on 1 March 2020 in Los Angeles, California. Photo: Harry How
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Who is Inter Miami's best player?

Without a doubt, Messi is Inter Miami's best player. Before the famous soccer legend joined the team, the American-based Robbie Robinson was regarded as the best player who was selected first overall in the 2020 MLS draft.

What percent of Inter Miami does Beckham own?

The former football legend David Beckham owns 30 percent of Vice City, while Jorge and Jose Mas own 37.5 percent each.

How much did Inter Miami offer for Messi?

Several online sources claim that Messi's deal was valued to be between $125 million and $150 million for two and a half years.

Why does Messi want to join Inter Miami?

The legend explained in an interview that he wants to join the Florida-based team due to family reasons. He said his family would be happier in the city with a different lifestyle since he has properties in South Florida.

What does the Inter Miami logo mean?

Messi in Inter Miami
Argentine superstar and reigning World Cup champion, Lionel Messi, says he will play for Inter Miami. Photo: Matias J Ocner
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The logo depicting two great white herons with interlocking letter M legs is designed to commemorate the city's Art Deco architectural tradition. The logo also has an eclipse with seven sun's rays to depict a number that its owner David Beckham used to wear as a player.

Where did Inter Miami get its name?

Beckham came up with the name Club Internacional de Futbol Miami since he wanted the club to symbolise a solid Spanish-speaking community in the heart of the city where the club is based and add some Spanish flavour.

Does Inter Miami play in the UCL?

Unfortunately, the Herons do not play in the UEFA Champions League since the league is only open to European teams. As a matter of fact, all MLS teams do not compete in the Champions League because of their geographical location.

Why is David Beckham so rich?

Various online sources credit his wealth to his career earnings as a soccer player. During his career, it is estimated that he took home around $800 million and was ranked as one of the highest-paid footballers.

Inter Miami's roster has some of the best players from around the globe. Although it is an up-and-coming soccer team, it has already garnered massive fan bases across social media platforms thanks to their latest signing, Lionel Messi.

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Lenah Ann is a Kenyan-based content creator with 2 years of experience. She graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Mass Media and Communication from Dedan Kimathi, Kenya in 2021.